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Director Biography – Katherine and Nick North (JUST ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL FAMILY)

First-time filmmakers Katherine and Nick fell in love, turned their worlds upside down, and lived to tell about it. Their first joint project is this personal documentary about how they fell in love, became a blended family with FIVE kids, and navigated Nick’s gender transition from female to male. This is the first of many… Continue reading Director Biography – Katherine and Nick North (JUST ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL FAMILY)

Short Film: JUST ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL FAMILY, 19min., Canada, Documentary

Just an ordinary suburban family– except that Dad’s transgender, Mom’s queer, and there are five kids in this minivan. This is one family’s true story of identity, trust, and transformation. Too many transgender kids wonder: Will I be loved? Will I get to have a family? Will it all be ok? Here’s the answer: a… Continue reading Short Film: JUST ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL FAMILY, 19min., Canada, Documentary

Short Film: IXOQ (WOMAN), 8min,. Canada, Documentary

“Ixoq” (“Woman” in Kaqchikel-the local Mayan language) A young Guatemalan mother dreams of a better future for her son, when an organization (Konojel) fighting malnutrition opens its doors, allowing her to support her family and become a role model to the women in her community.

Director Biography – Francois Desrocher (UNDERMINE BENEATH CANADA’S GHOST TOWNS)

Past projects………. Carving Landscape and Resilience Sustainable Adventure Sleeping Buffalo Life Has You Down Raising a Food Culture Director Statement An accomplished artist with over 20 years experience. A true professional that brings a dedicated and passionate attitude to every project. Over 20 years experience across the globe from big budget film to… Continue reading Director Biography – Francois Desrocher (UNDERMINE BENEATH CANADA’S GHOST TOWNS)

Short Film: UNDERMINE BENEATH CANADA’S GHOST TOWNS, 17min., Canada, Documentary

An abandoned mine explorer visits two of the largest ghost towns in Canada and enters the long abandoned mines under them to see what remains. Project Links Website News & Reviews “Father and son explore abandoned mine” http://www.rightthisminute.com/video/father-and-son-explore-a

Director Biography – Brenda Grzetic (ONE MORE DAY)

Brenda has worked in academic, industrial, community and government settings over the past two decades. She holds a Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology and a Masters in Women’s Studies (Memorial University). She has received numerous awards including the Memorial University Medal of Excellence for Research and the Women in Trades and Technology National Network Award… Continue reading Director Biography – Brenda Grzetic (ONE MORE DAY)

Short Film: ONE MORE DAY, 13min., Canada, Documentary

This short documentary, entitled “One More Day,” is supported by the Newfoundland Independent Filmmaker’s Co-Operative (NIFCO) under its First Time Film Maker Program. It documents the experiences of a woman Correctional Officer – Lisa Snook – who worked for 25 years in Corrections and retired from Her Majesty’s Penitentiary for men in St. John’s, Newfoundland… Continue reading Short Film: ONE MORE DAY, 13min., Canada, Documentary

Interview with Filmmaker Marco De Ornellas (THE DUCHESS) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

THE DUCHESS played to rave reviews at the February 2019 Experimental Film Festival in Los Angeles. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Marco De Ornellas: Every story comes from a different inspiration. This film was born after I did a photoshoot for a brand at a bar in Harlem, NY. The bar […]… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Marco De Ornellas (THE DUCHESS) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

Interview with Filmmaker Joey Katches (SOCIAL) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Joey Katches: It was my own conviction that I was spending too much time on my phone and neglecting the relationships of those around me. There’s this app on my phone called “screen time” which tracks the amount of time I spend on the internet and […]… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Joey Katches (SOCIAL) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

Interview with Filmmaker Melissa Lesh (PERSON OF THE FOREST) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary

PERSON OF THE FOREST was the winner of BEST FILM at the March 2019 Documentary Short Film Festival in Toronto. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Melissa Lesh: Leading up to Person of the Forest I had been directing short conservation/natural history films, so when I was approached by Tim Laman and […]… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Melissa Lesh (PERSON OF THE FOREST) — Matthew Toffolo’s Summary